Marrying Wives and Attaining Immortality in a Chaotic World

Chapter 108: The Household



Chapter 108: The Household

 

Seeing the once bustling mansion that had been bustling for the past two to three months suddenly become quiet, Wang Cuiyun felt a bit out of place. “Master, shall we pick a few more? However, last time we picked most of the prettier ones, so the next batch would be of lower quality.”

 

Xu Lian shook his head. “No need. I’m going on a business trip tomorrow and won’t have time to return home for a while.”

 

Wang Cuiyun glanced at Yu Qingning and Miao Yueyue and wondered why Xu Lian had only kept these two. She chuckled, “You two are really lucky to be able to stay until the end.”

 

When they heard that Xu Lian was going on a business trip, Yu Qingning and Miao Yueyue exchanged glances and felt relieved. From Xu Lian’s words, they understood that he wouldn’t be sending anyone else away, which naturally made them happy.

 

Xu Lian thought for a moment and decided to explain directly why he had kept them, hoping that this would help their affection levels rise further. “I am a person who values feelings. I can tell that out of everyone, you two have the deepest feelings for me, which is why I kept you. Especially Qingning, I know that you already have me in your heart. Yueyue, you’re still a bit behind, so you should think of me more while I’m away, okay?”

 

Yu Qingning was stunned for a moment, then her eyes reddened with tears. She began to cry. “So Master understands Qingning’s feelings. Thank you for understanding. These days, I’ve been so afraid of being sent away, but I can’t bear to leave Master. If I can’t stay here, I would be very sad.”

 

Xu Lian reached out her hand and wiped away her tears, smiling. “Of course I understand. Qingning is the best.”

 

This caused Yu Qingning to burst into laughter through her tears.

 

However, Miao Yueyue felt a bit nervous. “Master, I appreciate you too.”

 

60/100 is just barely enough… Xu Lian looked at her. “I know, but your feelings aren’t strong enough yet. You need to appreciate me more.”

 

Miao Yueyue’s thoughts were exposed, and she could only blush and lower her head.

 

She did have some affection for Xu Lian, but it wasn’t strong enough to make her feel like she couldn’t live without him. If Xu Lian sent her away to live in another house, where her food and clothing needs would still be taken care of, she wouldn’t be too heartbroken.

 

She hadn’t expected Xu Lian to see through such subtle thoughts.

 

Wang Cuiyun raised her thumb. “Master is truly amazing. He even knows what others are thinking. Master, why don’t you guess what I’m thinking?”

 

Go away… Xu Lian said, “You only think about eating meat.”

 

Wang Cuiyun replied, “That’s not entirely true. I do care very much for Xiya, after all, she’s a part of me.”

 

Isn’t that still related to flesh? Xu Lian was speechless and decided not to engage with her.

 

It was already evening, and the four of them sat down to have dinner together.

 

Although the household was quieter now, the atmosphere was much more harmonious.

 

This made Wang Cuiyun feel a bit nostalgic, as if she had returned to the days when Xiya and Chan’er were still around. She wasn’t sure if Xu Lian had done this on purpose or if it was simply fate, but Yu Qingning and Miao Yueyue did bear a slight resemblance to Xiya and Chan’er.

 

After finishing dinner, Xu Lian didn’t stay in the mansion. Instead, he left the mansion and headed toward the house where Caixia lived.

 

Over the past three months, he had visited Caixia twice, but unfortunately, he hadn’t seen her affection level, indicating that it was below 50/100.

 

He still hoped to bring Caixia back to live with him. After all, Caixia’s affection for him had once reached 91/100, far exceeding Yu Qingning’s. From this, it was clear how much Caixia cherished him, even to the point of loving him.

 

It was easy to imagine how heartbroken Caixia must have been when he slapped her twice and sent her away from the household.

 

The house where Caixia lived wasn’t just for her alone; there were also the twenty-three “foodies” with no real affection for him. They kept her company, so that she wouldn’t feel lonely.

 

Xu Lian opened the door and stepped inside.

 

He saw Caixia and the twenty-three gourmands finishing dinner and cleaning up the dishes.

 

He paid special attention to the leftovers in the dishes, noticing both meat and vegetables, indicating that the meals were decent. Yang Ye had indeed followed his instructions and delivered meat and vegetables regularly. The food here wasn’t as good as the food in his own household, but it was far better than what most ordinary families could afford.

 

Seeing him arrive, the twenty-three “foodies” quickly bowed in greeting. Although he had sent them away from his household to this place, their food and clothing were still provided for, so there was little difference. Moreover, they no longer had to vie for his attention, allowing them to live a leisurely and comfortable life in this house.

 

Caixia also bowed, her pale and haggard face showing no light in her eyes. She called out, “Master.”

 

“You look so pale. Are you sick?” Xu Lian asked with concern, placing his hand on her forehead. She was very tall, almost as tall as him, which was extremely rare for a woman.

 

Caixia forced a smile on her pale face. “I’m fine, thank you for your concern, Master.”

 

Her reply was perfunctory, clearly showing that she still harbored resentment… Xu Lian took her hand and led her out of the dining hall, walking with her in the courtyard.

 

The twenty-three “foodies” understood that Xu Lian had mainly come to visit Caixia and had no business with them. They all tactfully withdrew to give the couple some privacy.

 

“Do you still hate me?” Xu Lian asked as he sat with Caixia in the pavilion, pulling her close and gazing at the stars in the night sky.

 

Caixia stiffened slightly. “Master is the heaven of our household, providing us with food, clothing, and such a good environment. How could I dare to hate you? I only hate myself for being so foolish back then, thinking that by receiving your favor, I would have everything and could be different from the other women, acting without restraint.”

 

From her tone, it was clear that she still felt wronged and resentful.

 

Xu Lian spoke seriously. “In my heart, you are indeed different. I gave you a little affection, and you returned it tenfold. Moreover, you saw everything I had as your own, never holding back, never treating me as an outsider. You gave yourself completely to me.”

 

As she listened, Caixia began to cry, knowing that Xu Lian still understood her.

 

Xu Lian continued, “I know that among all these women, it is only you who truly cherishes me. They’re all here for a better life, and while you are too, you couldn’t help but fall in love with me. That’s why you dared to act without fear, to be uninhibited, while they didn’t. This is the difference between you and them”.

 

Caixia cried until she was a mess, burying her face in his chest. “Since Master knows, why did you send me here?”

 

Xu Lian sighed, “I’m sorry, I really owe you an apology. I am your only one, but you are not my only one. I can’t ignore her feelings for you alone.”

 

Caixia’s sobs grew louder, and she couldn’t help but hit him.

 

“Cry, let it all out. It will feel better.”

 

Xu Lian had no choice. This was how the world worked, and this was how the rules of affection were. It was destined that no one could be his only one, not even his beloved Xiya, let alone other women.

 

By the time it was deep into the night, Caixia’s eyes were swollen from crying, and she fell asleep exhausted.

 

Xu Lian hesitated for a moment, then picked her up and carried her to the carriage, leaving with her.

 

This place was suitable for the emotionless “foodies”, but not for the passionate Caixia. If she stayed here any longer, she might truly fall ill or suffer a mental breakdown.

 

Driving the carriage back to his home, Xu Lian carried Caixia down and gently woke her up.

 

Caixia woke up in a daze, seeing the familiar mansion and was both surprised and delighted. Tears streamed down her face once again. “Thank you, Master, for bringing me home.”

 

“Yes, this will always be your home.”

 

Xu Lian led her directly toward the main residence.

 

The night passed without incident.

 

The next morning, Xu Lian checked the affection levels and was genuinely surprised.

 

[Name: Xu Lian]

 

[Level: 8th Stage of the Bright Strength Rank]

 

[Skills: Breaking Wind Sword Technique (Volume 1,2 and 3), Seven Styles of Primal Gang (Complete)]

 

[Items: None (1-Star Longsword not equipped)]

 

[Note: Caixia’s Affection for you has risen from -10/100 to 93/100. You have gained two progression points, which can be allocated to Rank, Skills, or Items.]

 

Caixia’s affection had not only recovered to its previous 91/100, but it had even increased by two points!

 

This was now equal to Xiya’s affection level.

 

It was worth noting that Xiya was someone who was willing to follow him to the death, indicating that Caixia had reached the same level of devotion.

 

This made Xu Lian feel both delighted and heartbroken. He silently vowed that even if Caixia’s ambition grew again, he would no longer treat her coldly as he had before… at most, he would discipline her a bit and she would calm down.

 

Originally, he had planned to leave Green Bamboo Town today, but considering that Caixia had just returned and their affection had reached such a level, he decided to stay a few more days to spend time with her.

 

As expected, during breakfast, Wang Cuiyun, Yu Qingning, and Miao Yueyue were all stunned to see Caixia, not expecting Xu Lian to bring her back.

 

Seeing Caixia’s nervousness, Xu Lian knew that she was feeling uneasy. He gave her an encouraging smile.

 

Caixia blushed, bit her lip and walked up to Wang Cuiyun and kneeled before her. “Auntie Wang, I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have treated you like that way before.”

 

Being an experienced woman, Wang Cuiyun understood that Xu Lian had brought Caixia back because he cherished her. She chuckled, “Get up and eat. The past is behind us. Let’s all live in harmony from now on.”

 

Caixia stood up and bowed to Yu Qingning and Miao Yueyue to apologize.

 

Not daring to be careless, Yu Qingning and Miao Yueyue quickly helped her up and pulled her to sit down.

 

Xu Lian stayed at home for three more days, watching Caixia get along with the others and finally feeling comfortable.

 

On the fourth day, he left Green Bamboo Town and headed toward Stone Town.

 

It had been three or four months since he had seen Little Beauty. He spent five days with her, and although her affection level didn’t increase, it remained stable.

 

Five days later, Xu Lian took a boat from Stone Town to Pingyang County. Now that he had two Progression Points, he was short on Condensation Pills and needed Spirit Stones.

 

Progression Points and Cultivation Resources were like his two legs-both were indispensable.

 


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